Qingdao Dazhu Mountain Shimen Temple Travel Guide | Zen and Natural Beauty.

| Zen and Natural Beauty. Qingdao Dazhu Mountain Shimen Temple Travel Guide | Zen and Natural Beauty 📍Location: Shimen Temple is located in Dazhu Mountain Scenic Area, Huangdao District, Qingdao City. 🚗Transportation: - Self-driving: Navigate to "Qingdao Dazhu Mountain Shimen Temple Parking Lot" directly, parking is convenient. - Public transportation: Take Metro Line 13 to "Dazhu Mountain Station", then transfer to a bus; or take New District Express K2 to Shimen Temple Station. 🎫Tickets: Dazhu Mountain Scenic Area tickets, CNY 40 in peak season, CNY 20 in off-season, Shimen Temple is included in the scenic area. 🕙Opening hours: 06:30 - 17:30. 🌟Must-see attractions: - Shimen Temple: In front of the temple, there is a 141-meter natural Buddha and a kneeling monk chanting spectacle. The stone gate is made of natural boulders, and the Yiquan Spring beside the gate does not dry up in drought. Inside the temple, there are buildings such as the Mahavira Hall and the Hall of Heavenly Kings, and there are Buddhist cultural relics such as the Tomb Tower Forest and the Zhushan Stone Chamber. - Mountain natural landscape: There are strange peaks and rocks such as the giant crocodile descending the mountain and the immortal asking for directions, as well as shady mountain paths and gurgling streams, which are cool and pleasant, suitable for walking and relaxing. 📸Photo spots: - Shimen Temple buildings: Ancient temple buildings, such as archways, the Hall of Heavenly Kings, and the Mahavira Hall, have a historical charm. - Natural scenery: In places such as mountain paths, streams, and mountain tops, you can take beautiful natural scenery photos. 🍱Food recommendations: - In the scenic area: There are special snack stalls offering snacks such as grilled sausages and pancakes. - Surroundings: The seafood and wild vegetables of the special farmhouse restaurant are not to be missed, such as fresh sea fish, clams, and cold wild vegetables. 💡Travel tips: - It is recommended to visit in the early morning or evening to avoid the high temperature at noon. - Wear comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes for easy walking. - Bring enough water and snacks to replenish water and energy in time. - Take sun protection measures, apply sunscreen, and wear hats and sunglasses. - Bring mosquito repellent to prevent mosquito bites.